PTSD Hero Comics are more than great entertainment.
They also serve as a therapeutic tool designed to promote discussion, education and awareness about recovery from operational stress injuries. Many veterans and service members struggling with Operational Stress Injuries face tremendous isolation. They may not recognize or understand their injuries, nor be comfortable seeking help.
They also serve as a therapeutic tool designed to promote discussion, education and awareness about recovery from operational stress injuries. Many veterans and service members struggling with Operational Stress Injuries face tremendous isolation. They may not recognize or understand their injuries, nor be comfortable seeking help.
For those who are receiving help, difficulties with memory, focus and concentration may be impediments to learning. Individuals diagnosed with PTSD often experience their trauma memories in a fragmented, non-linear manner. Memories may surface as emotional or sensory states (Van der Kolk, 1996), with little verbal representation. Thus, processing such material solely through traditional talk-therapy modalities may be limiting.
PTSD Hero Comics has selected a comic-book-style format to create a user-friendly interface for dissemination of key educational and therapeutic materials. An engaged reader will re-read comic books or review digital animations, assisting with the goal of comprehension and memory consolidation of content materials. Our comics introduce core psychological concepts, derived from empirically validated treatment, to assist the reader in their road to recovery. These concepts are subtly woven into the subtext of the comic book experience, so the reader is able to glean insights as they enjoy the comic. |
Companion notes and videos are being developed to assist readers who wish to have a richer understanding of the comic book content. These are brought to life with action-packed animations, stirring music, and in-depth commentary from a registered clinical psychologist.
In sum, the PTSD Hero series is being developed to provide an introduction to the notion of assistance for those facing OSIs, as well as serving as a therapeutic aid for those already receiving care. By reducing the stigma associated with Operational Stress Injuries, opportunities for discussion, awareness and dialogue are promoted, and the stage is set for post traumatic growth to occur.
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In sum, the PTSD Hero series is being developed to provide an introduction to the notion of assistance for those facing OSIs, as well as serving as a therapeutic aid for those already receiving care. By reducing the stigma associated with Operational Stress Injuries, opportunities for discussion, awareness and dialogue are promoted, and the stage is set for post traumatic growth to occur.
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